This is an arcade-style action game in which players control a ninja who frees hostages and fights members of a criminal organization. Players traverse through various platforms and attack enemies by throwing shuriken stars, using special moves, and slashing thugs with a katana sword. Some enemies carry pistols and knives or use bazookas to defeat the player. During a brief bonus round, players view the action from a first-person perspective as they quickly throw shuriken stars at incoming ninjas.